Ophthalmic Technician

Job Information

Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe

Company: The Retina Clinic

Location: Mine Hill, NJ

Travel: Travel to Tannersville, PA as needed (3‑4 days/month). Mileage reimbursement.

• Full Benefits Package – Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive Base Pay
• Employee Discounts

• Full Time
• Offices open Monday‑Friday 8:30am‑6:30pm
  • Shifts will fall within these hours
  • May need to work early/later as needed

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Positive Background Check
• Basic computer skills
• Excitement to learn and grow

An Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist, assisting in providing excellent patient care during visits. The employee uses ophthalmic techniques to perform preliminary work‑up of patients, scribe for physicians, and may assist directly with examinations and treatment.

• Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
• Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate clinic flow
• Practice urgency with patient’s and Doctor’s time and schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
• Verify patient’s information by interviewing
• Record patient’s medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
• Record all data in the patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Check condition of patient’s eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity and extraocular movements
• Dilation, refraction, pressures, performing diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, and topography
• Demonstrate working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications
• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures being performed by the Physician
• Basic understanding of examination and procedure codes (ICD‑9) when inputting into EMR
• Ensure accurate procedure coding/charges and correct diagnosis codes for all procedures/drugs
• Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (BP, pulse and respiration rate) as required
• Open and close exam rooms as needed
• Keep examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, and keep drug count up to date
• General office duties and cleaning as assigned by manager

• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Consistently create a positive work environment by being team‑oriented and patient‑focused
• Professional cordial interaction with all employee levels
• Commitment to work >40 hours when needed
• Availability to work weekends when applicable
• Reliable transportation to multiple work locations with minimal notice

• High school diploma or GED required
• One year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred, not required
• Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) preferred, not required

• Proficient keyboarding, EMR and image management system usage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Computer proficiency and quick learning of new applications

• This role requires frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%). Regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Able to lift up to 25 lbs. Strong fine‑motor skills and full use of hands are essential. Visual and auditory acuity (color, depth, peripheral vision, focus) required 100% of time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application, please contact . Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

Eye Care Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.